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BLACK AND ORANGE LARGE DROTOPS MEGALOMANICUS TRILOBITE - Atlas Mountains, Morocco DEVONIAN PERIOD: 395 - 345 million years ago Quite substantial in size for DEVONIAN TRILOBITES, these large, fine grade Drotops trilobite specimens are a fantastic display fossil! Commonly labeled as Phacops africanus, the correct scientific name is Drotops megalomanicus. Since most trilobites are less than a couple of inches in length, these are monsters and perfect for show. These are the largest Devonian trilobites in the world that have this kind of high relief and fascinating detail as seen in the photos above. Quite unique compared to the typical charcoal hue, this beautiful orange and black toned specimen is a wonderful example. The limestone matrix is large and the trilobite is posed and spread straight-on in an imposing manner making for a very impacting display piece for its color and size. Due to the nature of the orange in the carapace, preservation is not as hard as the black specimens so surface is not as smooth. Both eyes show moderate detail of their multi-lens feature. Affordably priced for a genuine Drotops and of this size and color feature! Because genuine Drotops megalomanicus specimens have become incredibly rare and seldom available, fakes abound in the marketplace and in online auctions. Like all our specimens, we guarantee the authenticity of this rare species offered here. Similar to all trilobites found in the world, the only way these are located is to break the trilobite-bearing rock therefore, repair and some restoration to the break is unavoidable. These specimens are excavated from the Devonian deposits of the Atlas Mountain range, located southwest of Erfoud in the pre-Sahara region of Morocco. Prices will vary based on quality of eyes, articulation and detail present. UNIQUE NATURAL ORANGE AND BLACK HUE - NICE POSE AND LARGE! Overall size with matrix 8.25" x 5.5", trilobite is 6" long $385 TR10-009 INCLUDES STAND Actual Item - One Only |
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